Heavy Equipment Operator

TechFlow, Inc.•Yuma, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator’s primary responsibility is operating heavy equipment such as cranes, clamshells, lowboys, motor graders, heavy loaders, water trucks, bulldozers, rollers, scrapers and tractors. Equipment is used to excavate, load or move dirt, gravel or other materials. Operator may read and interpret grade and slope stakes and simple plans. Must be able to grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment.

Requirements

Ability to operate numerous equipment for the trade i.e. forklifts, scissor/man lifts, bobcat backhoe, loader, scrapers, grader, water truck, etc.
Ability to trouble shoot and repair most complex problems
Knowledge of craft theory and craft materials with the ability to apply the theory and select the proper materials
Knowledge of all tools and equipment that are used by the craft
Ability to read and understand blueprints, construction drawings, schematics and diagrams as they pertain to the craft
Perform work safely under hazardous conditions
Perform in a rapid and efficient manner under extreme conditions
Adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to new or changing instructions
High school diploma or equivalent
3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment
3+ years of experience operating cranes
Valid driver’s license compliant with REAL ID Act or are you willing and able to obtain one
Pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
U. S. citizenship to obtain and maintain access to military installations
Must lift 75 lbs. unassisted
Must work in extreme weather conditions - summer peaks at 120° Fahrenheit
Must wear appropriate Person Protective Equipment (PPO)
Dependable transportation and a dependable means of communication
Be able speak, write, read, and understand English
Well-mannered customer service attitude
Willing to cross-train in other areas
Punctual, responsible, and dependable
Demonstrate motivation, initiative, and reliability
Adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to new or changing instructions
Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and company policy
Able to deliver quality products to the customer and be responsive to their needs
Safety and security conscious, complying with rules and policies
Able to work both as part of a team and independently

Nice To Haves

Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License
HAZWOPER 24 HR Certificate

Responsibilities

Read and interpret grade and slope stakes and simple plans
Grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment
Troubleshoot and repair most complex problems
Understand blueprints, construction drawings, schematics and drawings as they pertain to the craft